Reyna's heart pounded in her chest as she watched Lilian's words echo through the night air. "The Blood Moon is upon us, and the god awakens." The figure in the hood stood beside her, their eyes gleaming with an otherworldly intensity. Reyna's instincts screamed at her to be cautious, but she couldn't help feeling drawn to the scene unfolding before her.
The full moon hung low in the sky, casting an eerie glow over the ruins. The air was thick with anticipation, and Reyna could feel the weight of the moment. She held her breath, waiting to see what would happen next. The figure in the hood began to chant, its voice rising and falling in a hypnotic rhythm.A purplish glow coming from its palms lightened the spot,giving Reyna a better view of what was happening.The words were ancient and mysterious, and Reyna felt a shiver run down her spine. She didn't understand what was happening, but she knew it was something big. As the chanting continued, the air around them began to charge with electricity. Reyna felt her wolf stirring, responding to the primal energy. The atmosphere grew heavier,and the trees seemed to lean in,as if they were trying to listen.She knew she had to be careful not to reveal her presence, but she couldn't tear her eyes away from the scene. Lilian stood tall, her eyes closed, as if she was absorbing the energy. The figure in the hood continued to chant, its voice growing louder and more intense and the ear vibrated with power.The air was electric, and Reyna could feel the power building up.Every molecule seemed to be charged with an outwardly energy. Suddenly, the chanting stopped, and the figure raised its hands to the moon. A dark, swirling mist began to emanate from the ruins, and Reyna felt a sense of foreboding wash over her.She knew that whatever was happening, it was something sinister. The mist grew thicker, and Reyna's vision began to blur. She stumbled backward, her heart racing with fear. She knew she had to get out of there, but her feet seemed rooted to the spot. As the mist vanished, the figure turned to Lilian. "It's done," it said, its voice dripping with malevolence. "The ritual is complete. The god will awaken, and our plan will unfold." Everywhere suddenly felt both cold and warm,as if the very fabric of reality had been altered. Reyna's mind reeled as she watched Lilian smile, a cold, calculating glint in her eye.She felt a chill run down her spine as she realized the magnitude of what had just happened. She knew she had to get out of there, to warn Ryan and the others about the danger that was coming. But as she turned to leave, she felt a presence behind her. She spun around, her heart pounding in her chest. But there was no one there. The ruins were empty, except for Lilian and the figure in the hood. Reyna's eyes scanned the area, but she saw nothing. "Let's go," Lilian said, turning to the figure. "We have work to do." The figure nodded, and together they vanished into the night. Reyna was left alone, her mind racing with questions. What had just happened? What was the significance of the ritual? And what did Lilian and the figure plan to do next? Reyna knew she had to get back to the packhouse, to warn Ryan and the others about the danger that was coming. She turned to leave, but her eyes lingered on the ruins. She knew that she would never forget this moment, this feeling of foreboding and fear Reyna's eyes lingered on the ruins, the darkness seeming to pulse with an otherworldly energy. She felt a shiver run down her spine as she realized that she had stumbled into something much bigger than she had initially thought. With a deep breath, Reyna turned to leave, her senses on high alert. She knew she had to get back to the packhouse, to warn Ryan and the others about the danger that was coming. But as she walked, the silence of the night seemed to press in around her, making her feel like she was being watched. The trees loomed above her, their branches creaking ominously in the wind. Reyna's heart pounded in her chest, her wolf senses on high alert. She knew she had to be careful, had to be prepared for anything. As she approached the packhouse, Reyna's thoughts turned to Ryan. She knew she had to tell him about the ritual, about the danger that was coming. But would he believe her? Or would he think she was just being paranoid? Reyna's mind was racing with doubts and fears as she pushed open the door to the packhouse. The warm glow of the lights inside was a welcome respite from the darkness outside, but Reyna knew she couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that had settled in her stomach. She made her way to Ryan's office, her heart pounding in her chest. She knew she had to be careful, had to choose her words carefully. But as she reached the door, she hesitated, wondering if she was doing the right thing. What if Ryan didn't believe her? What if he thought she was just being crazy? Reyna's doubts swirled in her mind, making her question her decision to come to him. But as she stood there, frozen with uncertainty, Reyna heard a faint noise coming from inside the office. It sounded like... whispering? Reyna's heart skipped a beat as she pushed open the door, her senses on high alert.The next morning,the sun entered Reyna's room through the window and shone on her face. After a little yawn, she woke up, got out of bed, and headed to the bathroom to brush her teeth and shower. She applied her lotion and stood in front of her closet, trying to decide what to wear."What's the plan for today?" she thought to herself. "I don't know what might come up, so I should wear something comfortable, just in case I need to make a quick escape." She scanned her closet, her eyes settling on a pair of jeans and a comfortable top. "Yes, that's perfect," she thought. She quickly got dressed and headed downstairs to have breakfast.As she entered the dining room, she noticed Lilian and her mom chatting quietly. Reyna decided to keep a safe distance and have a quiet breakfast with her father instead. She was grateful for the peaceful atmosphere and sat down beside him.As she ate, her phone buzzed with a message from Ryan. "Hey Reyna, meet me at the small café on the outskirts of to
Reyna's heart pounded in her chest as she pushed open the door to Ryan's office. The whispering noise she had heard earlier seemed to have stopped, and the room was now silent. Ryan sat behind his desk, his eyes fixed on some papers in front of him."Ryan?" Reyna called out, her voice barely above a whisper.Ryan looked up, his expression neutral. "Reyna, what brings you here?" he asked, his voice calm and collected.Reyna took a deep breath and closed the door gently behind her careful not to draw anyone’s attention. "I need to talk to you about something," she said, her voice firm.Ryan raised an eyebrow, but nodded for her to continue. Reyna took another deep breath and began to recount everything she had seen and heard at the ruins. She told him about the ritual, the figure in the hood, and Lilian's involvement.As she spoke, Ryan's expression changed from neutral to concerned. He leaned forward, his eyes locked on hers. "Reyna, why didn't you tell me about this sooner?" he asked,
Reyna's heart pounded in her chest as she watched Lilian's words echo through the night air. "The Blood Moon is upon us, and the god awakens." The figure in the hood stood beside her, their eyes gleaming with an otherworldly intensity. Reyna's instincts screamed at her to be cautious, but she couldn't help feeling drawn to the scene unfolding before her.The full moon hung low in the sky, casting an eerie glow over the ruins. The air was thick with anticipation, and Reyna could feel the weight of the moment. She held her breath, waiting to see what would happen next.The figure in the hood began to chant, its voice rising and falling in a hypnotic rhythm.A purplish glow coming from its palms lightened the spot,giving Reyna a better view of what was happening.The words were ancient and mysterious, and Reyna felt a shiver run down her spine. She didn't understand what was happening, but she knew it was something big.As the chanting continued, the air around them began to charge with el
Reyna's mind was racing with suspicion as she watched Lilian slip out of the packhouse. She'd been noticing strange changes in her sister's behavior lately, sneaking off at dawn and dusk, always alone and on high alert. Reyna's instincts told her something was off. She'd tried to brush it off as mere sibling rivalry, but the nagging feeling persisted.She followed Lilian, careful not to be seen. They went deep into the woods, to a place most wolves avoided. The old ruins were said to be cursed, tied to dark magic. But Lilian didn't seem afraid. She moved with purpose, her footsteps light and deliberate.Everywhere was too silent, and the only sound around the area was birds chirping in the forest. The sweet melodies sent shivers down Reyna's spine. She was scared, but she chose not to go back. She must follow Lilian wherever she went, no matter the danger. The trees seemed to loom over her, casting long, ominous shadows on the ground. Reyna's heart pounded in her chest as she crept cl
Ryan looked down at the girl struggling to catch her breath. He had not seen her at the ceremony today and had assumed she was avoiding him. But now, she was here, drenched, gasping, and looking as though she had just fought for her life.His sharp gaze swept over her, taking in every detail, the torn fabric clinging to her frame, the way her hands trembled slightly before she clenched them into fists. Her eyes flickered with something unfamiliar. Not fear. Not submission.Hatred.Ryan’s wolf stirred uneasily. He wasn’t used to seeing such raw defiance in her. The Reyna he knew had been meek, quiet, desperate for his approval. This version of her barely acknowledged his presence.“Surely, you wouldn’t be trying to kill yourself, right?” he asked, masking his curiosity with indifference.Reyna flinched, not at his words, but at the sound of his voice. She stared at him for a second longer than necessary, as if searching for something, before shaking her head and looking away.She refus
Reyna gripped her clenched hands as she gazed through the window. This evening was the start of her destruction. If she went, she would face embarrassment. If she stayed, she would be ignored.The entire pack would be going to welcome the Highlanders. Helen Stone, one of Ryan’s potential mates, would be there. Reyna knew what would happen if she attended: Helen had orchestrated her humiliation last time, ensuring she was disgraced before the entire pack.But this time was different.Since everyone was preoccupied, Reyna decided to visit the Oracle. Before a werewolf awakened, they underwent the marking ceremony. Traditionally, family members guided the young wolf through it, ensuring a stable connection to their lineage and the pack.But Reyna did not trust her family. Not after everything she remembered. She would do this alone.Reyna walked into the western forest; her senses sharpened by the quiet. Too quiet. The eerie silence pressed around her; the air thick with something unnatu